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ETFs

This is how I would build a sound ETF portfolio from scratch

| Marc Van Dinther

Aim for broad market exposure, keep it simple and minimize costs.

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Opinions

10 ASX shares I'd buy with $10,000 in 2026 to beat the market

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have strong return potential over the long term.

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Share Market News

With inflation edging lower, here's the latest 2026 interest rate forecast from CBA

| Bernd Struben

Buying ASX shares and pining for interest rate relief? Here’s CBA’s latest 2026 forecast.

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Share Market News

1 move to avoid at all costs if the stock market crashes in 2026

| Leigh Gant

Volatility is inevitable in markets. The real danger comes from how investors respond when fear takes over.

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Best Shares

My 10 top stocks to buy to start the New Year off right

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these ten stocks are primed for 2026.

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Share Market News

US stocks vs. ASX shares in 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

Which market came out on top?

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Share Market News

When could interest rates rise next? It may be sooner than you think

| Cameron England

Experts are increasingly predicting that a move higher for interest rates could come soon as inflation remains persistently high.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy sector leads the market ahead of OPEC+ meeting

| Bronwyn Allen

OPEC+ will meet today to decide whether to maintain its pause on oil production increases.

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Recent Share Market News

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Opinions

2 ASX 300 shares to buy and hold for the next decade!

| Tristan Harrison

I think these businesses have enormous potential.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Super Retail shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Kevin Gandiya

Macquarie has reaffirmed its neutral rating on Super Retail Group with a $17.30 target.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Karoon Energy shares a buy?

| Kevin Gandiya

Macquarie has kept its neutral rating on Karoon Energy with a $1.70 price target.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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These three ASX mining shares rocketed by more than 20% today
Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX 200 stocks flying higher this week. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Aeris Resources, Karoon Energy, Pilbara Minerals, and Temple & Webster shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week with a bang. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Mount Gibson, Newmont, Perenti, and Whitehaven Coal shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Share Market News

Guess which ASX mining stock is crashing 28% today

| James Mickleboro

This miner's shares are under significant pressure on Friday. But why?

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Share Market News

Ampol successfully issues $500 million subordinated notes

| Laura Stewart

Ampol has announced a successful $500 million subordinated notes issue to strengthen its balance sheet and boost financial flexibility.

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Share Market News

Whitehaven Coal earnings: September quarter 2025 production update

| Laura Stewart

Whitehaven Coal saw steady production and reaffirmed guidance in its September quarter update, despite pricing headwinds.

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Broker Notes

Upgrade alert! An entry point has opened up for this world class ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be snapping up this stock.

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Share Market News

Could this ASX tech stock be the next 10 bagger?

| Leigh Gant

Early innovation meets global opportunity in this ASX tech stock’s race to become the next market standout.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

A good finish to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Broker Notes

This ASX 200 dividend stock yields 8% AND is tipped for share price gains

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects this top ASX 200 dividend stock to outperform into 2026.

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Share Market News

Regis Healthcare snaps up two Victorian aged care homes in $45m deal

| Laura Stewart

Regis Healthcare is expanding its Victorian portfolio, acquiring two aged care homes for $45 million in a strategic growth move.

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Share Fallers

Why Adairs, Alcoa, ASX, and Super Retail shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are being sold by investors on Thursday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Australian Clinical Labs, Karoon Energy, MA Financial, and Silex shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising more than most today. But why?

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Broker Notes

Why buying this ASX 200 stock could deliver a 30% annual return

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie thinks that investors could get a great return from this stock.

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Share Market News

Insignia Financial lifts FUMA to $340.5bn in upbeat Q1 FY26 update

| Laura Stewart

Insignia Financial lifts FUMA to $340.5bn in Q1 FY26, with positive net inflows and new initiatives driving growth.

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Share Market News

IAG shares charge higher after insurance giant upgrades FY26 guidance

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is getting investors excited today with this insurance giant.

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Share Market News

Woodside Energy secures $378m in Louisiana LNG partnership

| Laura Stewart

Woodside Energy secures $378m with Williams in Louisiana LNG partnership, cutting capex and targeting first LNG for 2029.

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Share Market News

Super Retail Group trading update: sales climb in early FY26

| Laura Stewart

Super Retail Group shares are in focus after reporting 2.6% like-for-like and 4.5% total sales growth in early FY26.

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Share Market News

Insurance Australia Group upgrades profit guidance at 2025 AGM

| Laura Stewart

IAG posted a 4.3% rise in premiums, strong FY25 profit, and upgraded FY26 guidance at its 2025 AGM.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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Share Market News

The ASX small-cap compounding faster than the market's biggest names

| Leigh Gant

A global business hiding in plain sight, this ASX small-cap is quietly compounding faster than the giants.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares that I think are buys for both growth and dividends

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have good outlooks for growth.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this ASX All Ords mining stock to surge 60%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts some outsized gains ahead for this ASX All Ords mining stock. But why?

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Broker Notes

Here's the earnings forecast out to 2030 for Zip shares

| Tristan Harrison

This is how much earnings could grow in the coming years…

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Share Gainers

Why Beetaloo, Pinnacle, Sigma, and Woodside shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoid the market weakness on hump day. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Arafura Rare Earths, Bapcor, Codan, and Newmont shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Share Market News

Greatland Resources (ASX: GGP) drills ahead of plan in Q1 FY26 update

| Laura Stewart

Greatland Resources drilled ahead of plan in Q1 FY26, reporting strong progress at Telfer and regional exploration targets.

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Share Market News

Sigma Healthcare holds first AGM following Chemist Warehouse merger

| Laura Stewart

For FY25, Sigma delivered an 82% increase in revenue to $6 billion.

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Share Market News

Macquarie raises price target on BHP shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the broker is saying about this mining giant.

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Share Market News

National Storage REIT holds AGM

| Laura Stewart

National Storage REIT delivered solid FY25 results, with revenue and earnings growth supported by expansion and strong occupancy.

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Share Market News

Mirvac Group share price in focus as residential sales surge 79% in 1Q26 update

| Laura Stewart

Mirvac Group shares are in focus after a strong first quarter, with residential sales surging 79% and key capital initiatives…

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Share Market News

Air New Zealand warns of first-half FY26 loss as revenue, costs miss the mark

| Laura Stewart

Air New Zealand warns of a first-half loss for FY26, citing subdued demand and higher costs.

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Share Market News

Why this fast rising ASX tech stock is suddenly on every watchlist

| Leigh Gant

Investors can’t ignore this ASX tech stock’s rapid rise and growing buzz about its next chapter.

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Share Market News

Region Group holds its AGM after positing higher profit and resilient returns in FY25

| Laura Stewart

Region Group boosted FFO, profit and distributions in FY25, keeping performance on par with the A-REIT index.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on hump day on the local market.

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